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Djibouti City
Djibouti City
Djibouti City is the capital and largest city of Djibouti. It is located in the coastal Djibouti Region on the Gulf of Tadjoura. The city was founded by French in 1888 AD. The culture of Djibouti City has evolved under the influence of many different peoples and civilizations, including Somali, Afar, Yemeni and French traditions. The capital is home to a large number of mosques in various architectural styles, which date from different historical periods.
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Country: Djibouti
District: Djibouti Region
Category: Historic Cities and Regions
Site History: 19th Century AD
Oldest Culture: French
Later Cultures: Islamic
Site Features: Mixed Monuments
UNESCO Tentative List
Official Name: The historical urban landscape of the city of Djibouti and its specific buildings
Date of Submission: 2015
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